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Antitrust Authority Approves Creation of Rheinmetall-OHB Satellite Joint Venture
Rheinmetall and OHB have established a joint venture approved by Germany's Bundeskartellamt to bid for a public procurement contract for military satellite communications. This venture aims to leverage their expertise in different sectors, focusing on expanding military satellite capabilities. The German government plans to invest €35 billion in space-related defense projects by 2030, including new satellite constellations.
#SpaceWatchGL Opinion: From Defensive Subsidy to Offensive Sovereignty
K.-P. Ludwig critiques Germany's €35 billion space investment, warning it may devolve into industrial nostalgia without stringent selection criteria. He emphasizes the need for Berlin to prioritize effective European systems that function under pressure, rather than succumbing to political distribution. The call for offensive sovereignty in space highlights the urgency for a cohesive strategy to ensure operational readiness.